Which material is most frequently used for radiation shielding?

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23 Jan 2019
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28 May 2026

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Explanation

The materials commonly employed for effective shielding are lead or concrete due to their high density and ability to absorb radiation, whereas other options like tin, graphite, cadmium, galvanized sheets, or carbon papers are less effective for this purpose.

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